Winter garlic "PURPLE GLAZER"
Allium sativum var ophioscorodon subvar glazed purple stripe
Purple Glazer is a decorative and high-quality winter garlic variety from the Glazed Purple Stripe group. It is one of the most visually beautiful varieties — with bright purple, glossy skins that form very attractive, round, and compact heads. The cloves are large, well-arranged, and covered with a creamy white or slightly pinkish wrapper.
The taste is mild to moderately spicy, with a sweet aftertaste, which makes Purple Glazer a popular variety in cooking where an aromatic but not too strong garlic is needed. It is reliable in northern climates and produces consistently beautiful heads even in unstable weather conditions.
History
Purple Glazer is an ancient variety that originated in the Caucasus region and has been traditionally grown as garlic in Georgia and Armenia. It was introduced to Europe in the early 1900s, when Caucasus agricultural crops became popular among breeders and collectors.
The Glazed Purple Stripe group is characterized by ancient genetic traits — strong roots, gorgeous purple skins, and stable growth in cold regions. Purple Glazer is one of the most notable varieties of this group, which became widespread in the USA and Europe at the end of the 20th century.
Description
Type: hardneck, Glazed Purple Stripe
Vegetation period: medium
Head size: 50–65 mm
Number of cloves: 8–12 symmetrical cloves
Head color: deep purple with glossy stripes
Clove color: light creamy, with a pinkish hue
Taste: mild to moderately spicy, with a slight sweetness
Aroma: pleasant, aromatic, but not sharp
Yield: medium to high
Hardiness: high; suitable for cold and temperate climates
Disease resistance: good, especially against root rot
Storage: 6–7 months
Soil requirements: well-drained sandy loam or loam
Scape: forms a beautiful, spiral scape